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The TEF: a Trojan Horse into Higher Education

Manchester Students’ Union’s Education Officer argues that the Teaching Excellence Framework threatens to inject further elitism into Higher Education

“Make coppin’ a feel a habit of a lifetime”

CoppaFeel! are on a mission to get students coppin’ a feel and getting to know their boobs

Stress: let’s talk about it

Struggling with stress? Don’t worry, Qiarna Bondswell is here with some top tips to help you tackle your stress head-on, and enjoy university life at the same time

To work or not to work?

To work or not to work: that is the question. We’ve asked two contributors to give their view on the age-old debate—is getting a part time job worth it?

The route to university has improved, and so must we

The updated cycle lanes are to be welcomed, but more caution must be taken by all travellers

A survival guide to the Ali G

So you think you’re ready to face one of university’s toughest challenges? Read on to discover the four ‘Do’s and Don’ts’ of the Ali G

Manchester Metropolitan University secures Erasmus+ and gains European funding

Manchester Metropolitan University has secured European funding for three major projects which promise to secure its international links

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Already feeling stressed over essays and exams? Never fear, Cachella Smith is here to give some tips on how to write that perfect essay, and how to keep your stress levels down in the meantime

Your wellbeing at university matters

With mental illness on the rise, it’s more important than ever to look after your wellbeing. Here’s how to get help both within the University and outside it

Reading at university: Why it is a good idea

Always feel like you have got no free time, especially when it comes to sitting down with a good book?

Combatting Freshers’ Flu

Feeling a bit under the weather? Read on for some useful tips on how to take care of yourself this semester

Cap on medical students to be raised but at a cost

Jeremy Hunt announces new plans for present and future medical students

World Mental Health Day 2016

A preview of what’s happening on campus for World Mental Health Day 2016

Procrastinate your procrastination habits

Should you be doing something else right now? Read this article to find out how to stop procrastinating and actually achieve your goals

Universities to charge fees over £9,500

Despite the fee cap promise of £9,000 in 2012, universities are set to increase their fees to above £9,500 due to a new government framework

Man Met student found dead in halls

Police are not treating the death of a Manchester Metropolitan student as suspicious

Five things to do for free in Manchester

The poor student’s guide to Manchester’s hidden gems

A quick guide to the Armitage Centre

If you’re looking to get fit this semester, here are some of the things you can enjoy at the Armitage, including classes and team sports

Ways to Eat – the Freshers’ guide to nutrition

Struggling with eating healthy and getting enough nutrition in your diet? Lacey Munroe discusses the pros and cons of various diets in her new eBook, Ways to Eat

Have No Fear, Mature Students are here!

Laura Joyce offers some advice for mature students, and gives some helpful tips on how to still have a great university experience